Training & Education Specialist

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• Proposed
  
  Start Date:
  
  01/16/2026
• Position Number: D95281
• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Administrative Support Rank N - No Rank
• Working Title:
  
  Training & Education Specialist
• Department:
  Center for Career Development (OCCD) – College of Education, Portland State University
• Career Field: 222800 – OCCD
• Representation: AU - AAUP
• Renewable:
  Yes
• End Date: 06/30/2027 (if applicable)
• Position FTE: 1
• Tenure Status: F – Fixed Term

Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept.

Portland State University is Oregon’s most affordable public research university, located in the heart of one of America’s most dynamic cities. Our mission to “let knowledge serve the city” reflects our dedication to turning ideas into action — in Portland and around the world. The city is our campus, giving students unmatched access to career connections, a vibrant cultural scene and hands‑on learning experiences with hundreds of community partners.

More than 20,000 students from all backgrounds bring diverse perspectives to our classrooms and campus life, from the tree‑lined Park Blocks to the bustling Urban Plaza and state‑of‑the‑art science labs. We are proud of our world‑class faculty, groundbreaking research and international reputation for excellence in sustainability, community engagement and innovation.

The OR Center for Career Development in Childcare and Education (OCCD) resides in the College of Education at Portland State University.

This position exists within the Oregon Center for Career Development in Childhood Care and Education (OCCD), a non‑academic unit of Portland State University. OCCD promotes the quality of childhood care and education for Oregon’s children and families by providing a statewide career development system for practitioners. OCCD is a fast‑paced, joint decision‑making environment that adheres to high professional ethical standards and promotes lifelong learning.

This position operates within the Training & Education functions of the OCCD at a secondary support level. It regularly serves as a technical leader and expert regarding trainer and training development. It performs project oversight, as needed, for challenging and unique functions and programs depending on grant requirements. This position works closely with the supervisor, coordinator, and other OCCD professional and support staff to accomplish these responsibilities.

Within the Training & Education functions, this position has responsibility for providing assistance and professional support to the Coordinator of Training & Education. Assistance and professional support may be provided in such areas as: monitoring of Statewide Training Calendar, Trainer & Coaching Standards;
Training Systems Development and Implementation;
Training Curricula development and delivery;
Trainer Presentation & Media Packages;
Training of Trainers review; CCR&R Liaisons, DELC;
Trainer Review Teams;
Partner Presentation & Education.

• BA/BS in Childhood Care and Education or related field or equivalent.
• 1–3 years experience and professional competence in Childhood Care and Education or related field.
• Demonstration of a desire to increase related knowledge and skills.
• Evidence of professional standards, ethics, and values.
• Competence in oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability in the following areas:
• a) Working with people from diverse backgrounds and professional affiliations.
• b) Working within large or statewide programs.
• c) Interpreting and implementing program policies and procedures.
• d) Maintaining and analyzing program information and data.
• e) Accessing & using professional resources and information.
• f) Communication, collaboration and partnership with various childhood care and education partners.
• Availability for statewide travel.
• Must be able to report to the PSU campus and/or other assigned location in person as needed.
• Successful completion of a background check.

• 3 years of professional experience and professional competence in similar position.
• Leadership in professional associations at local and state levels.
• Presentations in professional settings.
• Pa…